Talent Acquisition Specialist

Career Management Group (CMG) is looking for an organized and experienced TA Specialist / Recruiter for a temporary role in Severn, MD. The ideal candidate will be comfortable running a full desk with high-volume. Estimated length of assignment is ~4 months (April 1st - July 9th).

Talent Acquisition Specialist (Temp)

Location: Onsite – Severn, Maryland

Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours/week, ability to be flexible as needed

Industry: Healthcare/Behavioral Health Staffing

About the Role:

We’re on the hunt for a driven and resourceful Talent Acquisition Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Your primary responsibility will be sourcing, screening, and placing Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), with some HR/Admin tasks, as well. This is a 100% onsite position where you’ll be a key player in supporting day-to-day recruiting operations, working together with our internal teams and clients.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for DSP roles (from intake to offer)
• Source candidates using a mix of job boards, social media, and community-based outreach
• Conduct phone screens, interviews, and reference checks
• Partner closely with internal teams to understand client needs and job requirements
• Maintain a steady pipeline of qualified, coachable, and reliable candidates
• Support client communication, scheduling interviews, and facilitating smooth placements
• Track candidate activity and keep ATS updated
• Be flexible and ready to pivot based on client or staffing needs
• Collaborate with team members to continually improve our recruitment process

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven recruiting experience (bonus if it’s in healthcare, DSPs, or behavioral health)
• Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS)
• Strong communication skills
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn, DSP job requirements, licensing, or certification standards
• Highly organized and able to juggle multiple priorities without dropping the ball
• A collaborative team player who’s easy to work with and open to feedback
• Naturally coachable and loves learning new things
• Adaptable – things change fast, and you’re not just okay with that, you thrive on it
• A self-starter with a strong sense of urgency — you don’t wait for opportunities; you create them

Salary & Benefits:

• Hourly rate during temporary period: $33/hr.
  
  - $38/hr. – based on skills and experience
• CMG offers optional benefits while contracted as temporary staff

What Is a DSP?

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) is someone who provides hands-on support to individuals with disabilities, helping them live as independently and safely as possible—whether at home, in the community, or in specialized care settings.

Think of a DSP as part caregiver, part coach, and part advocate.